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Mayor Chow calls for stricter laws on lithium-ion batteries amid rise in fires

August 13, 2026 1:50 pm EST.
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow is joining Fire Chief Jim Jessop in calling for stricter regulations around lithium-ion batteries following a slew of fires involving the devices across the city.

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